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Perfect Deal by Daniel Madison

Created by: Daniel Madison

Perfect Deal is a sophisticated close-up card magic routine that pays homage to poker legend Stu Ungar. In this gambling-themed demonstration, a spectator shuffles a standard deck and deals five random cards. The magician then recounts the story of Ungar's 1997 World Series of Poker win, displaying a 'POKER LESSON' gaff card that shows his iconic winning hand. When the spectator's dealt cards are revealed, they miraculously match this historic hand, creating a powerful moment of deception. The trick is built into every deck of UNGAR Playing Cards, which includes the essential gaff card, and requires the MAD HOLDOUT DEVICE for secret card manipulation. Buyers should note that this is an advanced routine focusing on nuanced card switches and psychological control, ideal for those looking to elevate their card magic with a compelling narrative.

Key features

  • Built into UNGAR Playing Cards with a special 'POKER LESSON' gaff card

  • Teaches 'Nuance Card Switches' for subtle, multi-moment deception

  • Utilizes the MAD HOLDOUT DEVICE for holding out and switching cards

  • Includes a one-hour instructional video on Patreon titled 'The WINNING Hand'

  • Focuses on gambling demonstration and psychological manipulation

Pros

  • High-impact effect with a strong narrative tied to poker history

  • Comprehensive teaching of advanced card switching techniques

  • Integrated into a custom deck, adding collectible value

Cons

  • Requires purchase of specific UNGAR Playing Cards and MAD HOLDOUT DEVICE

  • Advanced skill level needed, not suitable for beginners

  • Relies on precise timing and subtlety, which may be challenging to master

Effect

A participant shuffles a deck of cards. They then deal five random cards onto the table. The magician tells the story of poker legend Stu Ungar and his 1997 World Series of Poker win. The magician shows a card from the deck box that pictures Ungar's famous winning hand. The five cards the participant just dealt are turned over. They are the exact same five cards from the historic poker hand.

Full details

The method for the Perfect Deal is built into the UNGAR Playing Cards. A special card called the "POKER LESSON" gaff card is included. This card looks like a standard advertisement card but shows Stu Ungar's actual winning hand. The routine is a detailed study on card switching techniques. The core concept involves switching cards while the participant is dealing. This makes the deception very difficult to notice. The routine also uses the MAD HOLDOUT DEVICE. This tool helps secretly hold out and switch the necessary cards.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is for magicians who want to learn advanced card manipulation. It is good for performers interested in gambling demonstrations. It is also for those who appreciate routines with a strong story, like the history of a poker legend. If you want to improve your skills in psychological control and subtle card handling, consider this trick.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Perfect Deal involves multiple advanced card switches. Daniel Madison teaches several techniques, including the Cohort Switch and the Madison Shift. These moves require practice to perform smoothly. The method relies on executing subtle actions over time, not in one single moment. Using the MAD HOLDOUT DEVICE adds another layer to learn. This trick is not for beginners. You need a good foundation in card sleight-of-hand.

What magicians say

Daniel Madison presents this project as a masterclass in deception. He says the routine is "a deep study on card switches." He focuses on what he calls 'Nuance Card Switches'. These are switches that happen in multiple subtle actions. Madison states this makes the deception "incredibly difficult to detect." He describes the project as "an essay on deception" that uses a poker story as its narrative. The goal is to achieve a result through pure manipulation, contrasting with a poker player's legitimate skill.

What people are saying about Perfect Deal

DANIELmadison says...

The method for this routine is built into every deck of the UNGAR Playing Cards. A special, updated 'POKER LESSON' gaff card is included, which now features Stu Ungar's actual 1997 WSOP winning hand. [...] This project is less about a single trick and more about a masterclass in the philosophy and technical execution of the card switch.

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